How to Create a GIF from a Screen Recording
This guide shows you how to convert a portion of a screen recording into an animated GIF directly within the Hinto AI editor. Creating GIFs is a great way to illustrate multi-step actions or highlight dynamic interactions without using a full video clip. You will need an existing project with a screen recording.
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Navigate to the article that contains the screen recording you want to convert.
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Hover over the image or video and click the Edit button to open the editor.
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In the editor, select the GIF tab located at the top left.
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Use the timeline editor to select the portion of the video you want to include in the GIF. Drag the start and end handles to trim the clip to your desired length.
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Once you are satisfied with your selection, click the Done button in the top right corner to save the GIF and close the editor.
Tips
For the best results and faster page loading times, try to keep your GIFs short and focused on a single action. Shorter clips result in smaller file sizes.
Summary
This article explains how to create a GIF from a screen recording. By using the built-in editor, you can easily select and trim a video segment to produce a looping, animated GIF, which enhances your documentation by providing clear, concise visual instructions.